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Fixing rail accessibility issues to help support the industries that rely on it

Fixing rail accessibility issues to help support the industries that rely on it

During a recent Whitecourt Town Council meeting, the topic of railway advocacy was brought forward. A Request For Decision (RFD) prepared for Council stated that there had been an increasing…

Kids helping kids, a youth hockey team digs deep to support the community’s less fortunate

Kids helping kids, a youth hockey team digs deep to support the community’s less fortunate

The U15 TRAC Wolverines AA hockey team recently held their second annual Christmas-related community giveback. The team focused on supporting the Whitecourt Food Bank, and the Whitecourt Christmas Hamper this…

The Wolverines are second and third in the North Division and AJHL standings

The Wolverines are second and third in the North Division and AJHL standings

The Whitecourt Wolverines ended November by taking on the Grande Prairie Storm at the Scott Safety Centre on the 30th. The Wednesday evening matchup was a chilly one as temperatures…

Getting down to the nitty gritty, emphasis on the gritty

Getting down to the nitty gritty, emphasis on the gritty

During last Monday’s meeting, Whitecourt Town Council voted unanimously to update Utility Bylaw 1511, which deals with stormwater infrastructure and facilities on private property, such as sump pits. The updated…

How you can help spread the love of Christmas to Whitecourt’s less fortunate

How you can help spread the love of Christmas to Whitecourt’s less fortunate

It’s of no surprise to anyone that prices are going up. Going through the till at the grocery store, filling up the family vehicle with gas, or paying an electricity…

Making Christmas memorable for local families in need, one toy at a time

Making Christmas memorable for local families in need, one toy at a time

For fifty years, the Whitecourt Christmas Hamper has played a significant role in the holiday experience of local families. By helping facilitate the donation collection process, the delivery process, and…

A young cowboy with big dreams sets his sights high

A young cowboy with big dreams sets his sights high

Ryker Woodcock is a typical 10-year-old kid in many ways, even posing with Santa Claus for an annual picture just a few weeks back. But, there is one way that…

Standing up against family violence and cheering on the Wolverines

Standing up against family violence and cheering on the Wolverines

November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta. Throughout the month, the Whitecourt Family Violence Initiative (FVI) has held events and brought awareness of the impact of violence within the…

Fantastic Saturday night Wolverines game at the Scott Safety Centre brings big cheers from fans

Fantastic Saturday night Wolverines game at the Scott Safety Centre brings big cheers from fans

The Whitecourt Wolverines took on the Camrose Kodiaks on Saturday night at the Scott Safety Centre. The fourth home game of the month saw a larger crowd in the seats…

The Christmas season can be challenging for those facing illness or loss; an event on Thursday aims to help

The Christmas season can be challenging for those facing illness or loss; an event on Thursday aims to help

On Thursday, November 24, at 7 pm at the Whitecourt United Church, the Whitecourt Cancer and Wellness Society is holding its annual An Evening of Music event, bringing a message…

Focus remains on making Highway 43 safer, with ideas for drivers and pedestrians

Focus remains on making Highway 43 safer, with ideas for drivers and pedestrians

The Town of Whitecourt is looking at ways to enhance safety along the Highway 43 corridor. The recent restart of the Transportation Advisory Committee is one of the initiatives. The…

Cold snap

Cold snap

Last week, a cold snap brought bitterly cold temperatures for the first time this year. Dropping well into the minus twenties, much of the community awoke to a crispy layer…

Remembrance Day in Whitecourt, sombre and beautiful

Remembrance Day in Whitecourt, sombre and beautiful

This year’s Remembrance Day ceremony saw a venue change from Central School’s gymnasium to the fieldhouse at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre. With construction continuing at the school, organizers…

Back-and-forth matchup between Wolverines and Crusaders on Remembrance Day

Back-and-forth matchup between Wolverines and Crusaders on Remembrance Day

The Whitecourt Wolverines played a home game on Remembrance Day last week, welcoming the Sherwood Park Crusaders to the Scott Safety Centre. Ahead of the puck drop, the Whitecourt Wolverines…

Alarming, record-breaking numbers from Food Banks Canada show massive increase in Albertans needing help

Alarming, record-breaking numbers from Food Banks Canada show massive increase in Albertans needing help

Each year in March, Food Banks Canada compiles statistics from its member food banks across the country. Putting the data together allows Food Banks Canada to see a map of…